[Hound05]

I promise there is one possibly two as or more talented, there are zero teams with that combo of size, power and overall team speed. Huntington is a bigger version of Boyle. The advantage I would give to Boyle is more accomplished receivers and a more accurate QB. The Blackwell kid from HHS has an arm that makes Lanter's look like a pea shooter. Lanter is more accurate and Smith makes catches only Smith can make IMO. Smith, to me, and the improved running game when Boyle has all their backs, gives them the edge over everyone in 3a. Otherwise, Belfry will see 3 teams total that can match Boyles size. Midland, JC, and HHS. No one they will see has a Reese Smith and to me he is the difference. There comes a time when great players make plays and Smith has proven that over and over. The catch late against Ballard was a thing of beauty that in all reality could/should have been an interception. Some kids have it, some do not. BTW, saying Blackwell's arm is stronger than Lanter no knock at all on Lanter. It was amazing the velocity with minimal effort that Blackwell got on his passes. At this level, I would take Lanter and his accuracy. HHS made it to the states semis in WV last year and I would predict about the same last year. Prayers for the Jackson kid from HHS who broke his leg.

Oh I’m not arguing with you on size. You’re absolutely right. Their front lines were huge!!! But the comment said belfry won’t face another team that talented. Which- if they make it far enough- just isn’t true. I’ll be the first to tell you I under estimated Boyle last year. I thought after we beat central it was ours for the taking. I won’t do that again. Boyle’s skill players are just that, SKILLED. From top to bottom. While BC might not have the size Huntington has, they are more talented. But this is why we posts, to share opinions. No one has to agree with me, but I believe it is 100% true. We had a super fast defense last year, but their WR’s were just as fast if not faster and disciplined. So while belfry might not face a team that BIG, they will face more talented teams.